Sam Heyman founded Universal Converting Corporation in 1945 with partners to convert surplus war materials into practical and inexpensive folding aluminum furniture for civilian use. He pioneered this industry and was granted a patent in 1955 for a collapsible chair design. The company manufactured a wide range of functional folding furniture made of aluminum that was affordable and portable.

1. My Maternal Grandfather
SAM HEYMAN
Pioneer of Aluminum Folding Furniture
Innovations: Michael Silber

2. 1945
Sam Heyman and Fred Tydor founded
Universal Converting Corporation with Maynard Kestenbaum.
BUSINESS GOAL
To Convert Surplus War Material to Peace Time Use.
Innovations: Michael Silber

3. PRODUCTS
Sam and the Team Designed and
Manufactured a Wide Range of Functional,
Inexpensive, and Practical Folding Furniture.
Innovations: Michael Silber

4. Innovations: Michael Silber

5. Innovations: Michael Silber

6. 1955 PATENT: Collapsible Chair
Innovations: Michael Silber